Amoud University is pleased to announce an exciting international opportunity for its undergraduate students through the Erasmus+ KA171 International Credit Mobility Programme. Coordinated in partnership with Istanbul Kültür University (IKU) in Turkey, this program invites qualified Amoud University students to spend the Spring Semester of the 2026-2027 academic year studying in Istanbul, supported by European Union Erasmus grants.
Call at a Glance
| Program Details | Information |
| Host Institution | Istanbul Kültür University (IKU), Istanbul, Turkey |
| Program Type | Erasmus+ KA171 International Credit Mobility |
| Available Quota | 2 Students (English-taught programs) |
| Financial Support | • Monthly Maintenance Grant: €800 / month (€3,200 for 4 months) • Travel Support Grant: €1,188 |
| Mobility Period | Spring Semester 2026–2027 (February – June 2027) |
| Application Deadline | November 29, 2026 |
Eligible Departments & Quotas
The mobility opportunity is available to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in English-taught programs across the following departments:
| Eligible Departments / Units | Language of Instruction | Total Quota |
| • Computer Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Civil Engineering • Electrical and Electronics Engineering • Business Administration • Political Science and International Relations • International Trade and Finance • Architecture • English Language and Literature | English | 2 Students |
Eligibility & Application Requirements
To be eligible for the Erasmus+ KA171 student exchange program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Enrolment Status: Must be a full-time student currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at Amoud University.
- Academic Standing (GPA): Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 out of 4.00.
- Credit Load: Must have completed at least 30 ECTS (or equivalent credit load) per semester, provided the student has not yet fulfilled graduation requirements.
- Language Proficiency: Minimum English proficiency level of B2 (Intermediate). Students can submit previous valid English test results, international test scores (TOEFL iBT, Pearson), or an official language confirmation from Amoud University.
Evaluation & Ranking Criteria (Erasmus Grade)
Applications will be evaluated and ranked using the official Erasmus Grade formula set by IKU, ensuring a fair, transparent, and merit-based selection process.
- Erasmus Grade Calculation: Erasmus Grade = (English Exam Score converted to 100 × 50%) + (GPA converted to 100 × 50%)
- Additional Points: Applicants with a documented physical disability (official English document or certified translation) will receive +10 extra points added to their total score.
- Required Documents for Application
Applicants must prepare and submit all required documents in English or Turkish:
- Online Application Form: Submitted free of charge using the specific link provided to Amoud University.
- Official Transcript of Records: Issued in English and certified by the relevant authority at Amoud University.
- Identification: Copy of National ID and/or valid Passport.
- Language Certificate: Official proof of B2 English proficiency or an institutional language level confirmation letter.
- Europass Curriculum Vitae (CV): Standardized format.
- Motivation Letter: Stating academic goals and motivation for joining the exchange program.
Note: The Motivation Letter and CV are not scored directly; however, they will be used as tie-breakers in cases where candidates obtain equal Erasmus Grades.
📅 Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
| Official Call Announcement Date | November 08, 2026 |
| Application Opening Date | November 08, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | November 29, 2026 |
| Mobility Period | February – June 2027 |
How to Apply & Contact Information
- Complete the online application via the official Istanbul Kültür University application system.
- Ensure all required files are accurately uploaded before clicking the “Complete Application” button. Incomplete, forged, or unsubmitted applications will be automatically disqualified.
- Submit a copy of your submitted application package to your respective Faculty/Department Dean’s office at Amoud University.
For further inquiries or assistance regarding the application procedure, please contact:
- Office of International Partnerships and Projects
- Email:
heban447@amoud.edu.so - Phone / WhatsApp:
+252 63 4474422
- Email:
- Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
- Office of the Chief Registrar, Amoud University
- Directorate of Student Affairs